Jamaal Stanley
Gingolx.,BC
Summary
Experienced Lead Hand/ Heavy Equipment Operator with substantial background in overseeing operations and managing teams. Strengths lie in ensuring efficiency, maintaining quality standards, and implementing process improvements. Demonstrated ability to lead by example, train staff effectively, and contribute positively to overall workplace culture. Proven impact made through leadership roles that resulted in enhanced productivity and streamlined processes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Emterra group
Nanaimo, British Columbia
01.2025 - Current
- Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
- Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, and containers using forklift.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
Lead Hand
Ascot resources
Stewart, British Columbia
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Ensured compliance with all applicable safety regulations and standards.
- Performed quality control checks on work tasks around site to ensure quality and safety standards were all met.
- Trained, mentored and supervised junior staff members.
- Developed strategies for improving efficiency in the workplace.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss objectives, progress, and challenges.
- Organized daily workflow schedules for each employee according to their skillset and experience level.
- Participated in recruitment activities such as interviewing job candidates.
- Collaborated with other departments on special projects or initiatives.
- Monitored and reviewed the performance of employees.
- Facilitated communication between departments regarding projects or initiatives.
- Identified areas for improvement in workflow processes.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times.
- Maintained a positive work environment by effectively managing conflicts between team members.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Created reports outlining project updates and timelines for management review.
Heavy Equipment Operator
GRT
Nanaimo, British Columbia
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to move and organize different types of aggregates for transport.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, organic material, and clay
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Performed minor service on equipment and referred complicated mechanical issues to appropriate personnel.
Excavator Operator
Ellis excavating
Nanaimo, BC
04.2022 - 10.2023
- Operated heavy equipment in compliance with company's operating safety policies and procedures.
- Loaded earth, debris and rubble onto trucks for removal from construction site.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Observed potential hazards and obstructions to maximize safe working conditions.
- Followed company policies by performing thorough equipment inspections prior to and after each shift.
- Confirmed adherence to safety protocols by team members and followed strict measures to avoid accidents and injuries.
Excavator Operator
Wild timber
Dease Lake, BC
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Maintained strict compliance with the camps safety rules
- Maintained safe operating habits to protect the other workers around me
- Conducted daily pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Inspected and maintained machine supplies and equipment to ensure the machine remained in proper working condition
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Observed potential hazards and obstructions to maximize safe working conditions.
- Observed hand signals, grade stakes and markings to operate machines within performance specifications.
- Monitored work areas for cleanliness and functionality and removed obstacles for safety.
- Operated excavator in compliance with company's operating safety policies and procedures.
- Followed company policies by performing thorough equipment inspections prior to and after each shift.
- Ditched and backfilled steep terrain and side slopes
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
Laborer
Horizon north
Stewart, BC
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Snow removal from roof tops, emergency exits, door ways, pathways, and gas lines.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing waste from job site prior to shift completion.
- Read plans, instructions or specifications to determine work activities.
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
Laborer/Heavy Equipment Operator
BTN Excavating LTD.
Penticton, BC
03.2020 - 09.2020
- Executed construction tasks from detailed written and oral instructions.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
- Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
- Loaded and unloaded daily material shipments, keeping products organized and secure to prevent damage and optimize handling.
- Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths and heights.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
- Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Took care to locate and stake critical underground utilities prior to beginning work.
- Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
Deckhand
Wainwright marine service
Prince Rupert, BC
10.2018 - 11.2019
- Handled rigging, lines and tow to increase equipment longevity.
- Updated inspection procedures for safety equipment to increase lifespan.
- Shifted, dropped and picked up barges weighing up from 100-500 tons.
- Maintained professionalism and efficiency in emergency situations.
- Fastened handling lines and moorings to prevent boats, barges and equipment from drifting away.
- Performed vessel maintenance services, including cleaning, painting and basic repairs.
- Monitored equipment for leaks, loose pipes, broken lights or other issues and informed mechanics of repair needs.
- Started, monitored and manged engine room equipment.
- Engaged in safety drills by leading others in tasks.
- Checked oil levels and monitored equipment to regularly oil and lubricate for smooth functioning.
Laborer/Forklift Operator
Bear Creek Contracting
Prince Rupert, BC
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
- Consistently met deadlines for loading trailers to meet departure deadlines.
- Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
- Sorted and stacked lumber based on size and type according to company and regulatory policies.
- Manually re-stacked lumber bundles to fit into C-cans
Laborer
Labour Ready Inc.
Vancouver, BC
12.2015 - 10.2017
- Communicated with dispatch on job placement and routinely showed proper time management showing up early to each assignment
- Adapted quickly to new assignments, in various fields of work such as. Demolition, concert set up and take up, construction, wear house work, etc.
- Maintained a good and heathy relationship with each client resulting in consistent placements each week.
- Displayed a willingness to learn, and work hard at each assignment regardless of the work.
Glass Technician
Speedy Glass
Burnaby, BC
04.2016 - 09.2017
- Prepared work areas, applied priming compounds and monitored curing process after installations.
- Repaired and installed different types of automobile glass in various makes and models.
- Offered exceptional care and service to every client for maximum satisfaction.
- Removed foreign matter and glass from damaged areas prior to completing repairs.
- Maintained neat, clean and safe work areas.
- Obtained windshields or windows for specific automobile makes and models from stock, examining pieces for defects prior to installation.
- Completed high-quality work by installing new foam dams on pinchwelds and rubber-channeling strips around edges of glass or frames.
- Checked for wetness or contamination in damaged areas and dried out moisture prior to making repairs.
- Removed broken or damaged glass windshields using hand tools and established methods.
- Installed, repaired and replaced safety glass and backglass heating elements on vehicles and equipment.
- Installed rubber channeling strips around edges of glass or frames to weatherproof windows and prevent rattling.
Sales Associate
Sportchek
Burnaby, BC
04.2013 - 04.2015
- Built trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
- Operated cash register, collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Retained product, service and company policy knowledge to serve as resource for both coworkers and customers.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
- Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and promotions.
- Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
- Adhered to company initiatives and achieved established goals.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Conferred with management to offer feedback on operations and promotions based on customer preferences and purchasing habits.
- Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
Education
Mine Supervisor -
Bc Mine Certification
Office Of The Chief Inspector Of Mines 04-2024
Certified Heavy Equipment Operator -
Interior Heavy Equipment School
Kelowna, BC08.2021
Ground Disturbance Level 2 -
Global Training Centre
Kelowna, BC08.2021
Construction Safety Training System -
Interior Heavy Equipment
Kelowna, BC08.2021
Transportation of Dangerous Goods -
Yow Canada
Prince Rupert, BC10.2018
High School Diploma -
Nisga’a Elementary And Secondary School
New Aiyansh, BC06.2011
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Attention to Detail
- Equipment Maintenance and Repair
- Loading and Unloading
- Job Site Cleanup
- Safety Procedures
- Situational Awareness
- Problem-Solving
- Job Site Safety
- Heavy Lifting
- Team Player
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Willingness to Learn
- Equipment Logs
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Emterra group
01.2025 - Current
Lead Hand
Ascot resources
04.2024 - 12.2024
Heavy Equipment Operator
GRT
09.2023 - 05.2024
Excavator Operator
Wild timber
09.2022 - 09.2023
Excavator Operator
Ellis excavating
04.2022 - 10.2023
Laborer
Horizon north
11.2021 - 04.2022
Laborer/Heavy Equipment Operator
BTN Excavating LTD.
03.2020 - 09.2020
Deckhand
Wainwright marine service
10.2018 - 11.2019
Laborer/Forklift Operator
Bear Creek Contracting
10.2017 - 10.2018
Glass Technician
Speedy Glass
04.2016 - 09.2017
Laborer
Labour Ready Inc.
12.2015 - 10.2017
Sales Associate
Sportchek
04.2013 - 04.2015
Certified Heavy Equipment Operator -
Interior Heavy Equipment School
Ground Disturbance Level 2 -
Global Training Centre
Construction Safety Training System -
Interior Heavy Equipment
Transportation of Dangerous Goods -
Yow Canada
High School Diploma -
Nisga’a Elementary And Secondary School
Mine Supervisor -
Bc Mine Certification